2012 Subaru Forester vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 SSC Aero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 SSC Aero would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP) has 892 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 231 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 SSC Aero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Subaru Forester | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | Subaru | SSC |
Model | Forester | Aero |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 1062 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4559 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1090 mm |